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Wolsey bathing suits and beach suits advertisement, 1931Advertisement for Wolsey bathing and beach suits made of smooth, soft wool, with an elastic, close-ribbed knit that makes them fit, in the water or out of it, just like an extra skin. Date: 1931
Water Wear for Whitsun - 1930s swimwear advertisementAdvertisement for water wear, available from major retailers. As well as the striking Red Seal swimming suit in the Persian Pheasant design, there is the submarine bathing cap, submarine sandals
Empress of Britain advertisement, 1931Advertisement for the ocean liner, Empress of Britain, emphasising the Canadian Pacific Lines ships speed and space to enjoy every type of amusement available on board. Date: 1931
Cannes advertisement, 1929Full page advertisement in The Bystander for Cannes on the French Riviera detailing the ease of transport (five deluxe trains from London every day between Christmas and New Year)
Advertisement for Monte Carlo, French Riviera, 1923Advertisement for Monte Carlo on the French Riviera detailing all the entertainment and amusements available from the Casino and lawn tennis to cinema and the opera. Date: 1923
Monte Carlo advertisement, 1935Advertisement for Monte Carlo on the French Riviera featuring an illustration and alluring description of the Summer Sporting Club
Elizabeth Arden suntan kit, 1935Advertisement for the Elizabeth Arden suntan kit, a case containing Sunpruf cream, suntan oil, Velva Cream, Ardena Powder, lipstick, comb, hairpins and a tiny phial of Blue Grass perfume
Seagers Gin advertisement, 1935Advertisement for Seagers gin, with some a perfectly logical method of persuasion. If you re feeling a little tired, then you should take a daily glass. Sound advice
Bystander Riviera Number front cover 1932Advertisement for the Hotel Metropole in Monte Carlo and Hotel Bristol in Beaulieu in The Bystander magazine Riviera Number 1932
Skol Sun Lotion advertisement, 1936Skol sun lotion advertisement - non-oily, invisible, does not spoil clothes nor cake with sand. Gives complete protection against sunburn and windburn. Date: 1936
Swan Pen advertisement, WW1First World War advertisement for Swan Pens featuring humorous cartoon. " We calls im The President. " Ows that
Advertisement for British Tailoring and Repairing, WW1Advertisement for British Tailoring and Repairing, advising on the economies of repairing or renovating old clothes during wartime. Date: 1917
YMCA fundraising advertisement, WW1Advertisement requesting contributions towards the YMCA in order for them to continue carrying out their invaluable work during the First World War providing huts for accommodation
Gorringes exclusive knitted wear, 1924 advertisementAdvertisement for Frederick Gorringe of Buckingham Palace Road, London SW1 illustrated with examples of the various knitted items which will be in vogue for the coming season
Cartoon, Trying to stop a taxi. A man tries to attract the attention of a cabbie in a Paris street. He comments that it was hard enough trying to stop the Boche for four years
Dunlop advertisement featuring farming scene, 1938Advertisement for Dunlop tyres demonstrating their essential role in maintaining the smiles on the faces of these jolly agricultural workers. Date: 1938
Harrods advertisement - page boy outfit for a weddingAdvertisement for a page boy outfit, perfect for the 1938 wedding season, though bound to mentally scar the wearer for decades to come
1939 fashionBlonde woman wearing a coral red dress in Tootal fabric, set off with a large brimmed straw hat. Date: 1939
Eccles caravan advertisementAdvertisement for Eccles of Birmingham, manufacturer of trailer caravans, where you will and enjoy to the full the pleasure of open-air life at a minimum expense. Date: 1927
Paquin Phelps advertisement, 1923Advertisement for Paquin Phelps of Dover Street, London, the result of an amalgamation between British designer Elspeth Phelps and the Paris fashion house Paquin in 1923. Date: 1923
Advertisement for Linia-belts 1930sAdvertisement for Linia-belts for figure-conscious men Early 20th Century
Types and Characters of London Life - advert in the TatlerBlack and white full page advertisement for Types and Characters of London Life: A Portfolio of Sketches by George Belcher in the Tatler of 3rd November 1909
Page from Ironmonger Diary 1889Two ads for Moorwood, Sons & Co. Comet, slow combustion stoves and Mathieson, Wilson & Co, ironfounders, Armley, Leeds. 1889
The Scarlet Pimpernel by Baroness Orczy and M BarstowPromotional postcard for The Scarlet Pimpernel by Baroness Orczy and M. Barstow (her husband). First produced New Theatre, St Martins Lane 5th January 1905
The Rosary by Edward F RosePromotional postcard for The Rosary by Edward F. Rose. First produced at the Elephant & Castle Theatre, 30th June 1913 For Theatre Royal, Dewsbury, 1st February 1915
Players cigarettes advertisement by H. M. BatemanMisunderstood - Marker: " Send up some more PLAYERS please!" Advertisement for Players Navy Cut cigarettes by the great C20th cartoonist H.M
Page of fashion adverts 1933Three fashion adverts for womens clothing for the 1930s. 1933
Debenham and Freebody advert, gowns for the SeasonAdvertisement for Debenham and Freebody highlighting their Model Collection of evening gowns for the Season of 1937. The example shown is in parchment satin richly embroidered with iridescent
Harrods tiara for court presentationsFor Their Majesties Courts or the Coronation Ceremony (in 1937), a tiara of rhinestones and pearls, plumes and regulation veil from Harrods. 1937
Debutante - Elizabeth Arden advertisementAdvertisement for cosmetics brand Elizabeth Arden aimed firmly at the debutante market, with tips on how a deb might avoid anything that be allowed to detract from her elegance. Date: 1937
Raymond hair style advertisementAdvertisement for the Hurrican Line hair style, achieved with the help of products from Raymond - a summer rose colour rinse, hair lacquer and liquid make up. Quite wild for 1958. Date: 1958
Trocadero advertisement during London Season, 1958Advertisement placed by the Trocadero at Piccadilly Circus highlighting the dates where it still had the Empire Suite available to be hired for debutante dances. Date: 1958
Kolynos toothpaste advertisement Vera LynnAdvertisement for Kolynos dental cream featuring Vera Lynn and her daughter, Virginia. Date: 1948
Granville Music HallPromotional postcard of Granville Music Hall, Broadway, Wallam Green, London circa 1900. Known as the Granville Theatre of Varieties it was built in 1898 Photograph of a colour-tinted postcard
Bally Jackie shoes advertisementAdvertisement for Bally Shoes with a new design for autumn 1966 featuring a low block heel and a buckle, available in black patent leather or white calf
Advertisement for the Palais de Danse, Hammersmith, 19191919 advert for the Palais de Danse, a vast and hugely popular dance venue in West London where American jazz bands played the tunes
Advertisement for Rowe sailor suitsAdvertisement for a boys sailor suit for winter weather in real naval serge, irreproachably tailored, correct in fit, authentic in style
Super brogues advertisement, 1919Advertisement for super brogues for sports, town and country jaunts. Built by W. Abbott and Sons Ltd for the demobbed officer who
Horrockses advertisement, 1956Advertisement for Horrockses, well known for their printed cotton dresses and skirts during the 1950s. Date: 1956
Simpson of Piccadilly advertisement - ski fashion 1956Advertisement for ski fashions from Simpson of Piccadilly featuring a woman wearing a royal blue ski jacket with a shoulder flutter of embroidered snowflakes
Advert for Viyella dress by Digby Morton, 1941Advertisement for Viyella frocks designed by Digby Morton during the Second World War. The advert urges women to find time to be gay and that Viyella wears tirelessly and washes like a kittens ear
Utility travelling coat, 1941Advertisement for a Utility coat in Llama, camel or tweed, manufactured by Harris Cohen of Oxford Street and available from leading fashion stores around the country. Date: 1941
Charles of the Ritz cosmetics advertisement, 1961Fabulous advertisement for make up brand, Charles of the Ritz, showing a woman emerging from a column comprising of various shades of face powder which could be made-to-order. Date: 1961
Wetherall advertisement 1959Advertisement for Wetherall coats in a variety of houndstooth and plaid patterns - just the thing to ensure elegance on a rainy day at the races. Date: 1959
Ballantyne cashmere advertisement, 1959Advertisement for luxurious but affordable cashmere from Ballantyne of Peebles in Scotland featuring a twinset in baby blue and a star cardigan in platinum. Date: 1959
Cranks advertisement 1966Advertisement for Cranks Shop and Crank Salad Table - part of a small chain of wholefood and vegetarian restaurants and cafes that started by Daphne Swann and David & Kay Canter in in London in 1961
The Motor Burberry advertisement, 1919The Motor Burberry, universally recognised as the most perfect safeguard for motoring as it embodies in its design every feature that contributes to health, comfort and protection. Date: 1919
Celanese utility slip, 1943 - WWII fashionAdvertisement for Utility lingerie made from Celanese, 1943. Date: 1943
